Bolanle Austen-Peters, the film's director, tells the tale of Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, Fela's mother, from her groundbreaking days as the first female student at Abeokuta Grammar School to her union with Israel Ransome-Kuti. Together, they fought injustice and established the Abeokuta Women's Union, starting a bloody conflict with traditional and colonial authority. 

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The novel deftly juxtaposes FRK's ceaseless advocacy with her deft juggling act as a wife and mother, illuminating the unwavering spirit of a woman who altered the path of history. The movie comes out as one contribution to the crucial discussions that are currently taking place about women, identity, and the never-ending pursuit of equality. Joke Silva, Kehinde Bankole, Ibrahim Suleiman, Jide Kosoko, Dele Odule, Adebayo Salami, Keppy Ekpeyoung, Adunni Ade, Omowunmi Dada, Patrick Diabuah, and others provide ground-breaking performances in this amazing cast.

The film's main creative, Austen-Peters, stated her excitement about the direction the movie would go in saying, "It's an exciting and humbling experience to submit Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti for Nigeria's Oscar consideration." Our team put their all into this project, and their contribution is proof of their steadfast commitment. Recognized for its dedication to the highest standards of filmmaking, BAP Productions sees this submission as a critical turning point in its history. Associate producer Yakubu Yahaya commented, "It represents the values and artistic vision that have guided our company for years," about this. The movie will have an impact on the world of film, and its submission to Nigeria's Oscar Official Selection Committee promises to be a thrilling ride this awards season.